Architecture Principles & Guardrails
This document describes current and former development tools, environments and standards which are agreed by the Technical Design Authority as suitable for CPS use in connection with information processing systems where the CPS is in a position to direct the development and implementation of those systems.
These guardrails apply to the greatest extent possible. For example, in the case of Software as a Service services many guardrails will not be applicable, but those on interfaces and the desktop environment, amongst others, will continue to apply.
Architectural Principles
Details specific tools, technologies and standards in support of the CPS Architecture Principles which apply to all information systems.
Status
Compliance with the Guardrails is now required. However, requests for variations will be considered by TDA weekly, and it is expected that some current products may be in use which have not been recognised to date. There is no intention to require the immediate withdrawal of current products or services.
Email architecture@cps.gov.uk with requests for changes or inclusion of existing products and services, please put "Guardrails" in the subject line.
Work in Progress!
This site is a work in progress and any opinions contained here are intended to spark discussion within each discipline's community of practice.
Created: 2023-06-27